Public Utilities Commission

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) serves the public interest by effectively regulating utilities and facilities so that the people of Colorado receive safe, reliable, and reasonably priced services consistent with the economic, environmental, and social values of our state. The Administrative Hearings Section work unit exists to provide a certified court reporter to hear and report verbatim testimony, motions, arguments, statements, and all matters of record heard before the commission and its administrative law judges (ALJs) meetings and conferences. The work unit prepares certified transcripts of testimony on request and on payment. The Hearings Reporter position exists to ensure that a verbatim record of proceedings, stenographically reported word for word, is maintained and that a transcript of proceedings before the Commission and its Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) is available for appeals to the Commissioners, District Courts, and the Supreme Court. This position assists in case preparation, such as marking and maintaining exhibits used in hearings or providing to parties, upon request, instant read-back of their just-spoken word to assist them in rethinking their thoughts on the subject matter. This position also sets Commission proceedings for hearing.

Requirements

Two (2) years of professional work experience as a court reporter
Real-time captioning of live events
Transcribe recorded proceedings in accordance with established formats
A letter from the State Judicial Department certifying that the individual has passed the examination and is a Qualified Shorthand Reporter
A Certificate of Merit issued by the National Court Reporters Association
A letter or certificate from the National Court Reporters Association certifying that the individual has passed the examination and is a Registered Professional Reporter
Demonstrated written communication skills, including the ability to convey information to various stakeholders in a clear, accurate, and concise written manner
Demonstrated verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey information to audiences in a concise manner
Demonstrated attention to detail
Demonstrated experience conducting research and gathering pertinent information
Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, including having the ability to evaluate information in order to apply knowledge and to decide on the most appropriate course of action
Interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders
Demonstrated prioritization skills, including planning, organizing tasks, and managing work assignments
Demonstrated time management skills, including the ability to multi-task to effectively manage competing and constantly changing priorities in order to meet tight deadlines
Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by workplace principles, practices, and behaviors as internally identified and defined by the division and department
Demonstrated ability to read, understand, interpret, apply, and explain laws, rules, policies, and procedures
Sound judgment and the confidence to make decisions on a routine basis
Ability to travel independently, including work in-office, as required by business needs and scheduled by the supervisor
Integrity and high ethical standards
Accountability, reliability, including attendance
Ability to maintain confidential, controversial, or sensitive information
Self-starter, including the ability to work independently, learn new processes, utilize own knowledge and that of supervisor, and complete work with minimal supervision
Demonstrated professional demeanor
Knowledge and understanding in the use of PC software applications, including Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel, etc.), and Google Suite (Doc’s, Sheets, Slides, etc)
Successful passing of a reference check and/or, if required, a background check
Ability to travel up to 5% of the time, including staying over weekends when required
Ability to transport equipment, including, but not limited to, laptop computers, printers, manuals, and supplies

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience working in a regulatory environment and/or government agency
Demonstrated experience participating in hearings before the Colorado Public Utilities Commission or in court
Demonstrated experience with real-time captioning in the context of litigation (depositions and hearings), including transcribing proceedings or depositions
Certification as a Certified Real-time Reporter (CRR)
Demonstrated experience working with ALJ's and/or commissioners
Demonstrated experience working with a variety of different professionals from diverse backgrounds while exercising tact and discretion to effectively communicate in a professional manner
Demonstrated experience purchasing, updating, and using stenographic equipment

Responsibilities

Reporting on hearings, meetings, and conferences verbatim by stenographically recording all testimony and all verbal communications at official Commission proceedings
Producing transcripts by translating stenotype hearing notes and audio recordings
Performing clerical duties related to hearings
Determining appropriate hardware and software alternatives that align with technical capabilities
Scheduling hearings by contacting parties and attorneys to coordinate schedules as to unavailable dates
Retaining verbatim transcripts so that they are available for discovery by the parties or for appellate review by courts of higher law

Benefits

Employer-sponsored RTD EcoPass
Flexible schedules
Training and professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs, including the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP)
Bike-to-work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks
Flexible retirement benefits, including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
Medical and Dental Health Insurance for employees and optional coverage for their dependents
Life Insurance for employees and optional coverage for their dependents
Paid Time Off, including 11 paid holidays
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Tuition assistance program